The Dallas Cowboys (6-8) are still clinging to postseason aspirations and need another win on Sunday against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (8-6). Can the defense, despite its injured stars, step up again versus Baker Mayfield and the potent Bucs offense? The Dallas Morning News’ columnists and beat writers make their predictions below.

Buccaneers' star QB Baker Mayfield missed Wednesday's practice, but who will the Dallas Cowboys be facing in Week 16?

TAMPA — Baker Mayfield’s return to the Lone Star State often ends in celebration, and the homecoming is always welcome for the Bucs quarterback who grew up there with a big arm and bigger dreams. Playing football in Texas is what helped him pour the foundation of his career.